Holding steady.
Popularity of Hosie since 1882
Babies named Hosie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1923, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Hosie's real moment was 1901.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 21 |
| 1890s | 24 |
| 1900s | 73 |
| 1910s | 167 |
| 1920s | 221 |
| 1930s | 201 |
| 1940s | 184 |
| 1950s | 151 |
| 1960s | 88 |
| 1970s | 63 |
| 1980s | 22 |
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Hosie is a remarkably rare name in the United States, first recorded in Social Security data in 1882. It reached its peak in 1901, during an era when many short, informal names were common. Since then, its usage has been sporadic and stable, never rising to notable popularity. Because it has never ranked in the top 1000, its 1-in-N value is effectively null for recent years, making it a truly unique choice. The name's top recorded states are not available due to its scarcity, but it appears to have been used sparingly across the country. Hosie may appeal to parents looking for an old-fashioned, yet uncommon name with a familiar sound.
The name Hosie is a rare given name, likely a variant or diminutive of Hosea, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Hoshea, meaning 'salvation.' It may also be a short form of other names. Hosie has seen sporadic use in the United States since the late 19th century, with a slight peak in the 1900s. It remains uncommon today.
Sibling names for Hosie
Names that share Hosie's style, for a brother or sister.
